Safety&Radiation Protection Coordinator

Westinghouse Electric Company; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Westinghouse Electric Company seeks a Safety & Radiation Protection Coordinator to lead radiological protection efforts on complex European decommissioning and waste management projects. The role requires technical leadership, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with diverse engineering teams in a hybrid setup with 50% travel across Europe.

You will report to the D&WM Program Manager Eastern Countries and be based in Spain or Slovakia, with frequent international travel and a strong

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or related discipline.
• PMI PMP certification or equivalent project management certification.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience, preferably in nuclear decommissioning, radioactive waste management, energy, infrastructure, or other regulated industries.
• Demonstrated experience managing mid-sized engineering or industrial projects.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
• Fluent English (written and spoken); Spanish or Slovak language skills are an advantage.

Responsabilidades

• Lead radiological protection programmes for nuclear decommissioning and dismantling projects.
• Develop and implement ALARA strategies and radiation protection plans.
• Ensure compliance with Euratom directives, national regulations, and IAEA safety standards.
• Review radiological work permits and work packages.
• Plan and oversee radiological monitoring, contamination control, and dosimetry programmes.
• Provide technical guidance on radioactive waste characterization, segregation, handling, transport, and disposal.
• Conduct radiological risk assessments and support project safety cases.
• Work with regulators, clients, and site management regarding radiation protection matters.
• Lead investigations of radiological events and implement corrective actions.
• Support engineering teams in designing safe dismantling methodologies.
• Develop junior radiation protection professionals.
• Participate in project planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Support business development activities by providing technical input to proposals and client presentations.

Conocimientos

Radiation protection

Nuclear decommissioning

Project management

Regulatory compliance

ALARA

Team leadership

Risk assessment

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or related discipline

PMI PMP certification

Descripción del empleo

Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow. At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.

About The Role

As a Safety & Radiation ProtectionCoordinatoryou will lead radiological protection activities on complex nuclear decommissioning, dismantling, and radioactive waste management projects across Europe. You will provide technical leadership, ensure regulatory compliance, develop radiation protection strategies, and support diverse engineering teams throughout all phases of project execution. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced radiation protection professional who enjoys working in an international environment and is willing to travel to nuclear sites across the EU.

You will report to the D&WM Program Manager Eastern Countries and be located in Spain or in Slovakia.

Model of work: hybrid.

Travels across Europe: 50% of your time.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead radiological protection programmes for nuclear decommissioning and dismantling projects.
• Develop and implement ALARA strategies and radiation protection plans.
• Ensure compliance with Euratom directives, national regulations, and IAEA safety standards.
• Review radiological work permits and work packages.
• Plan and oversee radiological monitoring, contamination control, and dosimetry programmes.
• Provide technical guidance on radioactive waste characterization, segregation, handling, transport, and disposal.
• Conduct radiological risk assessments and support project safety cases.
• Work with regulators, clients, and site management regarding radiation protection matters.
• Lead investigations of radiological events and implement corrective actions.
• Support engineering teams in designing safe dismantling methodologies.
• Develop junior radiation protection professionals.
• Participate in project planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Support business development activities by providing technical input to proposals and client presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or an equivalent project management certification.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience, preferably in nuclear decommissioning, radioactive waste management, energy, infrastructure, or other regulated industries.
• Demonstrated experience managing mid-sized engineering or industrial projects.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
• Fluent English (written and spoken); Spanish or Slovak language skills are an advantage.

This position may be based in multiple European countries. Compensation is location-specific and will be determined in accordance with local market conditions, internal equity, and the candidate's qualifications. For positions based in countries with pay transparency requirements, the applicable salary range will be provided in accordance with local legislation.

Why Westinghouse?

We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals.

Below Is An Example Of What Employees Can Expect

• Attractive pay
• Hybrid work opportunities
• High flexibility and autonomy
• Great health and welfare benefits
• Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee referral program
• We encourage our employees to participate in community service events and other team-building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.

Recruiters will provide specific benefits information that is applicable for this role

You can learn more about Westinghouse by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com .

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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